Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal Muffins (Printable)

Soft, spiced pumpkin muffins with oats and pecans—perfect for autumn breakfasts or snacks.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

→ Wet Ingredients

10 - 1 cup pumpkin puree
11 - 2 large eggs
12 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
13 - 1/2 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
14 - 2/3 cup brown sugar, packed
15 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

16 - 3/4 cup chopped pecans, plus extra for topping
17 - 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves until evenly integrated.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, milk, brown sugar, and vanilla until thoroughly blended.
04 - Pour wet mixture into dry mixture; gently stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Fold in pecans and raisins or dried cranberries, if using, ensuring even distribution.
06 - Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each approximately three-quarters full. Top with extra pecans if desired.
07 - Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
08 - Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich flavor with comforting spices and pumpkin
  • Quick to prepare for busy mornings or snacks
02 -
  • For nut-free muffins, leave pecans out and verify other ingredients are safe from cross-contamination
  • For dairy-free, use unsweetened plant-based milk instead of regular milk
03 -
  • For a nut-free version, substitute with extra oats or skip nuts entirely
  • Add a handful of mini chocolate chips to the batter for a fun twist
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